THE GUT-SKIN AXIS - HOW IMPORTANT ARE PROBIOTICS REALLY?
The so-called "gut-skin" axis describes that a healthy gut could have positive effects on the human psyche and skin. Studies in recent years have directly linked an imbalanced gut microbiome to certain inflammatory skin conditions and some probiotics have been shown to improve inflammatory skin conditions and reduce skin ageing.
A healthy intestinal environment supports more balanced and healthier-looking skin and a reduction in blemishes and spots.
At the same time, the skin acts as an interface with the external environment and as such is colonized by a diverse collection of microorganisms, including bacteria, fungi and viruses. The environment of this so-called "skin microbiome" is determined by endogenous factors of the skin as host and exogenous environmental factors. Through its adaptive immune response, the skin itself ensures a balanced microbiome with defense mechanisms such as inflammation. These inflammations can lead to blemishes, rashes and wrinkles.
To support the balance of the skin microbiome and thus healthy, radiant skin, pre- and probiotics play an essential role both internally and externally.
SKIN-MICROBIOME BALANCE FROM THE OUTSIDE
1. as a barrier to prevent pathogens from entering the body and as a host to a diverse community of microbes, the right skin care products can help maintain the skin's microflora and boost immunity.
Gentle skin care products, such as those combined in the Shower Essentials Package, can therefore help to support a strong immune system.
2. selected prebiotics in the Prebiotic Purifying Serum support the development and function of positive bacterial cultures on your skin for a balanced skin microbiome.
Clarifying tea tree oil, zinc and flavonoids reduce impurities and sebum production.
Active ingredients from aloe vera and tiger grass help to soothe the skin and reduce redness.
3. avoid hyper-disinfection and scrubbing on the skin. You will kill all the good bacteria that support your microbiome and damage the skin barrier.
Gentle cleansing with the Green Coffee Enzyme Cleanser, which also supports the skin's own regeneration, is ideal.
GUT MICROBIOME BALANCE FROM THE INSIDE
1 Biotic 20/5 Billion supports your critical intestinal functions and balances its ecosystem with 5 billion living microorganisms from 20 selected bacterial strains.
Daily intake of this 2-in-1 pre- and probiotic combination supports the development of a healthy gut environment, including a healthy immune response and barrier function. Learn more about the properties of this unique gut supplement here.
2 Fermented vegetables can help to balance your gut. Because:
- Food becomes more digestible due to the same environment as in the intestine
- Higher bioavailability
- High biodiversity in the gut due to fermentation
In this video, we show you how you can easily ferment vegetables at home.